Family and friends of the late Billy O’Grady, organised 5 days/nights of entertainment that paid tribute to a young man who left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered during his all too short life.
‘Billfest’ in Shanballymore was devised with a view to capturing the vitality, energy and fun-loving attitude that made Billy such a popular character. For organisers, it was a very busy few days, but according to committee chairman, Dave Twomey, well worth the effort.
“All the events were really well supported, people from Shanballymore and the surrounding areas really got behind the concept and we’re delighted with how things went,” Dave said, prior to last Monday evening’s country themed bingo in Irwin’s Bar which The Avondhu dropped into.
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